11 Things to Do This Mother’s Day Weekend in Cleveland

Whether you’re celebrating Mom at Sunday brunch or dancing the night away at the Lizzo show, there’s more than enough going on in The Land this weekend.

by Anthony Elder | May. 10, 2023 | 12:00 PM

Erik Drost

Erik Drost

An Evening of Magic and Mentalism at Alex Theater
When a sleight-of-hand magician and a therapist-turned-mentalist meet, the rest is history. Now, Jason and Stacy Alan provide some of the most dazzling, mind-bending magic shows on the road. You might recognize them from such shows as Penn & Teller Fool Us on the CW Network. $45-$150, May 13, 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., 2017 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, alextheatercleveland.com 

Cleveland Guardians v. Los Angeles Angels
What better way to get out in the Cleveland sun than with America’s pastime. The Guards are taking on the Angels for a weekend series at home, so pick a day and go grab a brew and a Sugardale dog at Progressive Field. Tickets starting at $15, May 12-14, various times, 2401 Ontario St., Cleveland,mlb.com/guardians

Haunted History Tours at Great Lakes Brewing Co.
Let’s get spooky in May, we’re celebrating the halfway mark to Halloween with beers in hand. GLBC is guiding Cleveland through the early haunted journey with creepy history tours divulging the brewery’s tales of ghosts and ghouls. $25, May 11, 6 p.m. & 8 p.m., 2516 Market Ave., Cleveland,greatlakesbrewing.com

Improv Game Night at Imposters Theater
The folks at Imposters Theater have no shortage of fun things to do every weekend. This time, check out their improv game night hosted on the second Friday of every month. If you’re familiar with Whose Line is it Anyway?, then you know the crowd can get almost just involved as the comics at these off-the-cuff events. $10, May 12, 6 p.m., 4828 Lorain Ave., Cleveland,imposterstheater.com

Lizzo at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
Come May 12, it’ll be about damn time to get down to the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse for this pop icon’s electrifying show. Beyond all the sugary sweet feel-good tunes, look out for the Grammy-winning musician’s impressive flute skills. $70+, May 12, 8 p.m., 1 Center Court, Cleveland, rocketmortgagefieldhouse.com

Mother’s Day in Cleveland
The special day when we celebrate the women who made our lives possible is back around — there’s a wealth of opportunity to celebrate. Check out our Mother’s Day Gift and Brunch guides for a tasty bite or that special present for Mom and enjoy events like the Cleveland Greater Aquariums Mother’s Day Weekend. May 14.

Shrek Rave at House of Blues
What more is there to say? The name sells itself — it’s time for the Shrek Rave this weekend at the House of Blues. Restricted to Clevelanders older than 21, this Shrek-loving event is far from the themed birthday party your parents threw for you in 2001. $17.25-$37.25, May. 13, 9 p.m., 308 Euclid Ave., Cleveland,houseofblues.com

Me Nd Adam at No Class
Looking to party this weekend? Head to No Class for a hyper series of performances from locals Solon, Radderal, Drag Daze and Texas headliner Me Nd Adam. The all-ages show will be inclusive for everyone, so cut loose and let yourself dance your heart out to some of Cleveland’s best new artists. $12-$15, May 13, 7 p.m., 11213 Detroit Ave., Cleveland,noclasscle.com

Teen Night at Cleveland Museum of Natural History
Reserved for the youth of The Land, this day at CMNH caters to young adults ages 13-18 with good food, fun, science and the chance to get involved with local, teen-focused organizations. Whether you’re a high school AP bio superstar or a curious kid in middle school, there will be something fun to check out this weekend. Free with adv. registration, May 12, 6-9 p.m., 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland,cmnh.org

The Wall at 78th Street Studios
Experience a raw, isolating exhibit, featuring a wall of text adorned with the writings of creator Ray Caspio. The piece touches upon the meditations of the artists amid an 18-month isolation during the pandemic. The work, however, also delves into the challenges one must undertake on the path toward self-acceptance. $5-$50, May 12, 19 & 27, various times, 1300 W. 78th St., Cleveland,raycaspio.com/thewall

Walkabout Tremont
The community gathers for extended shop and gallery hours, including Loop coffeehouse and record store, Doubting Thomas gallery and Tremont Public Works café. The event runs every Friday, and monthly themes range from “Spring Fling” in May to “Light Up Your Holidays” in December. Free, every Friday, various times, various locations, experiencetremont.com

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